Texas Motor Speedway ready for Samsung 500 weekend

Texas Motor Speedway opened its gates today and fans have started pouring into the facility. From the looks of all of the cars, buses and campers, there is going to be a large crowd here this weekend.

Today’s ARCA RE/MAX and Menards Racing Series qualifying was called off due to rain. The drivers will start Friday’s Rattlesnake 150 based on points. The race is scheduled to begin at 6:30 p.m.

Currently, the NASCAR Nationwide Series are holding a one-hour practice session on the 1.5-mile track. Qualifying for the NASCAR Nationwide Series O’Reilly Auto Parts 300 will be held on Friday at 1:45 p.m. The race will be held on Saturday at 2:30 p.m.

This reporter will be at TMS all weekend and will be providing stories, photos and results here on the blog. Check back frequently throughout the weekend for updates.